Incidents of black bears attacking or killing humans are very rare but do occur both in Wisconsin and across the country.

BARRON COUNTY, Wis. (WLS) -- A black bear attacked a woman in Wisconsin on Saturday, officials said. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is investigating the attack, which happened near the town of Comstock in Barron County. The 69-year-old victim reported the attack around 2 p.m. Saturday, the DNR said.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is investigating after officials say a black bear attacked a 69-year-old woman Saturday afternoon.